Software Engineer

Körber Pharma Packaging AG; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Körber Pharma Packaging AG in Fargo, ND is seeking a UI software engineer to develop a machine UI for packaging machinery, aligning with customer specs using creativity and innovation. You'll design UIs with AlphaGate A-VIS visualization software, configure PLC communications, customize operator interfaces, and support FAT testing while collaborating with customers and the project team.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in CS/SE/CE/EE, have experience building operator UIs, and are proficient in Java,

Qualifications

• BS degree in CS/SE/CE/EE or equivalent.
• Experience programming operator or user interfaces.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in design patterns and MVC architecture; strong debugging skills.
• Strong knowledge of Java, Swing UI; Apache Ant preferred.
• Familiar with Git, Jira, and NetBeans IDE.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop a machine UI to control packaging machinery within a set timeframe.
• Design machine UIs using AlphaGate A-VIS visualization software.
• Configure communication with PLC and plant-level software.
• Customize operator interfaces to meet customer needs.
• Debug and prepare UI for FAT and acceptance testing.
• Interact with customers in a professional manner.
• Suggest design improvements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Integrate third-party equipment into machine/UI functions.
• Collaborate with automation programmers to troubleshoot issues.
• Review operating manuals to ensure accuracy and reduce service calls.
• Travel to customer sites or provide remote service up to 10% of the year.

Skills

Java

Swing UI

MVC architecture

Debugging

Design patterns

Git Version Control

Jira

NetBeans IDE

MS Office

Education

BS degree in Computer Science/Software/CE/EE

Tools

NetBeans IDE

Git

Jira

Job description

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Körber is the home for passionate people who innovate, collaborate and love what they do. Entrepreneurial spirit is our joint DNA. We develop future technologies and support talents to deploy their skills and reach their full potential. We combine our strong heritage with our understanding for local specifics and a global mindset to bring people together and create valuable solutions for our customers. We aim for being the first to do the right thing at the right time.

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Your role in our team

• You will be responsible for developing a machine user interface (UI) to control packaging machinery, within a given timeframe, that meets the customer’s specifications using creativity and innovation.
• You will design machine user interfaces (UI) using AlphaGate A-VIS visualization software
• You will configure communication with the machine PLC and plant-level software applications
• You will customize the operator interface application to meet specific customer needs
• You will debug and prepare the user interface for factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• You will communicate and interact with customers in a positive and professional manner
• You will provide suggestions for design improvements or changes during all phases of machine design
• You will integrate third party equipment into the machine and UI functions
• You will work with the automation programmer to troubleshoot any program errors
• You will review the operating manuals prepared by the technical writer to ensure accuracy and reduce service calls
• You will travel to customers’ plant or provides remote service and support of equipment

Your profile

• You have a B.S. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent required
• You have experience in programming operator or user interfaces
• You have experience in manufacturing environment
• You are proficient in design patterns, MVC architecture, and strong debugging skills
• You have strong knowledge and experience in Java, Swing UI, and Apache Ant is preferred
• You are familiar with Git Version Control, Jira, NetBeans IDE tools is a plus
• You have computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• You can demonstrate a brilliant imagination
• You are capable of developing new concepts and standards
• You are able to think ahead and plan over a 3-month to 6-month time span
• You have a valid driver’s license and a record clear of poor violation convictions such as reckless driving or Driving Under the Influence (DUI/DWI) within the past three years or two or more at fault accidents within the past three years.
• You are able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the year
• You will work in a modern work environment with open culture towards improvements and new ideas.
• You are part of a global operating company with a wide customer basis and a growing business.
• You profit from international cooperation within group-expert network to implement corporate wide concepts.
• You will work in a team who is focusing or exceeding customer requirements.
• You willreceive an attractive compensation package including health, dental, vision insurance and retirement plan.

Can you find yourself in this profile?

Then you are right at Körber. We are looking forward to getting to know you!

Equal employeropportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience, please contact us [e-mail] . We work with selected partners and therefore ask recruitment consultancies to refrain from contacting us by mail or telephone.

Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations. Applications must be submitted via our career site.

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If you have any questions or technical problems, please send us an e-mail to [e-mail] . Nichole Schally is the responsible person for this job advertisement. We work with permanent partners and therefore ask recruitment consultants to refrain from contacting us by e-mail or telephone.
At Körber, we think long term and pursue objectives that apply across all of our business areas. In line with our vision of “Market Leadership through Technology Leadership,” we have defined our “Life 2035” goals for the next decade to ensure that Körber becomes the leading partner in our industries—Life Science, Supply Chain, and High-Tech Manufacturing—by 2035.Life 2035 is built on four pillars that define how we embrace our shaping role: Leadership, Innovation, Findependence, and Empowerment. Sustainably profitable growth and financial independence form the foundation for achieving our ambitious financial targets for the next decade. By 2035, we aim to achieve global revenues of €10 billion. You can find more at https://www.koerber.com/en/about-us/what-drives-us

Körber is a global technology company for intelligent manufacturing and supply chain solutions. As a reliable innovation partner, Körber turns entrepreneurial thinking into customer success by providing leading technology to fuel what’s next – from end-to-end pharma production and advanced supply chain solutions to high-tech machinery and process equipment. Körber combines deep domain expertise with integrated hardware, software, and digital services, to help customers take the next step.
The Business Area Pharmais part of Körber, a global technology company for intelligent manufacturing and supply chains solutions.